Managing Counsel Refining

PBF Energy • Martinez, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Managing Counsel Refining PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE: PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are seeking a talented Managing Counsel, Refining to join our team as a pivotal member that would play a key role here at PBF Energy. This role would be located onsite at our Martinez Refinery in Martinez, CA. A member of the PBF Energy Inc. Legal Department, this senior counsel level position is a part of, and directly supports, the leadership team of Martinez Refining Company LLC which operates a refinery and related assets located in Martinez, California. The preferred candidate will have significant experience in a highly regulated industry handling Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) state, local and federal regulatory compliance, complex litigation, labor and employment matters , supply chain issues and related matters.

Requirements

• J.D. Degree required.
• Licensed to practice law in a California or able to register as Authorized In-House Counsel in California.
• Generally, 10+ years’ experience in HSE regulatory compliance or litigation in energy, refining, chemical, or manufacturing industry.
• Must be willing and able to travel as business need dictates.
• Candidates should have an inquisitive nature with a specific interest in energy and regulatory law, and should demonstrate the following skills and abilities:
• Knowledge of HSE issues as they relate to the refining business.
• Knowledge of litigation as it relates to complex matters.
• Knowledge of human resources issues and labor matters, including relating to represented workforces.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Excellent communication skills and detail oriented.
• Solid research skills with an ability to read critically and identify and solve problems.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage time effectively, and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Practical, solution-oriented problem-solving approach.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment to identify risks and effectively convey advice.
• Ability to interact confidently and respectfully with peers as well as more junior or senior team members.
• Ability to maintain the highest ethics and the ability to preserve absolute confidentiality.
• Ability to work well with others through every level of the organization is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Regulatory or Litigation legal background in energy or manufacturing strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional legal advice and counsel on HSE compliance issues, including air, water and waste issues, labor and employment matters and procurement issues.
• Assist in planning and developing solutions to HSE matters involving MRC, and advise management concerning legal rights and obligations.
• Represent MRC in enforcement actions before federal and state agencies.
• Coordinate and assist in developing MRC’s advocacy position on future legislative and regulatory matters and participate in various industry trade organizations with focus on environmental issues.
• Provide compliance training to business teams.
• Manage and coordinate outside counsel, including setting and maintaining budgets.
• Provide legal support to corporate and site-specific audits.
• Coordinate and ensure maximum effective use of in-house and outside legal resources.

Benefits

• In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus eligibility, health care, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees